Surfing Yacht Club: The Complete Guide

Yacht Club is a point break located in Mar del Plata, Argentina, offering a right-hander along South America's vast coastline. Yacht Club is Mar del Plata's quality right-hand point, offering protection from the cold S winds that plague the region in winter. Rated as advanced difficulty with moderately crowded conditions, this point break is a worthy destination for surfers looking beyond the usual suspects.

Best Conditions

Swell Direction: The ideal swell direction is SSE (157°), with workable conditions from SE to SSW (135°–200°). Swells outside this window will either miss the break or produce disorganized waves.

Swell Size: Yacht Club needs a minimum of 0.9m / 3ft to start working and handles swells up to 2.5m / 8ft before conditions deteriorate.

Swell Period: Look for a swell period of at least 10 seconds, with 14 seconds being the sweet spot. Longer periods deliver more organized, powerful waves with better shape.

Wind: True offshore here blows from the S (180°). The full offshore range spans SE to SW (135°–225°). Glassy conditions under 4km/h from any direction also produce excellent surf. Plan for early morning dawn patrol sessions.

Tide: This spot works best at mid to high tide.

When to Go

Primary Season: The prime window at Yacht Club runs April, May, June, July, August, September (Apr–Sep). This is when swell consistency and direction align most reliably with the break.

Season Notes: Best in winter

Water Temperature: Expect water temperatures around 14°C / 57°F. A 4/3mm or 5/4mm wetsuit is essential, with boots and gloves for extended sessions.

Getting There

The nearest airport is MDQ, just a quick 10-minute drive from the break.

Hazards & Tips

Known Hazards:

🪨 Rocks — Rocky entry/exit or in lineup

Rocky bottom

Skill Level: This spot is rated advanced (6/10). Crowd Level: Typically moderately crowded (5/10).

Check the Live Forecast

Planning a session at Yacht Club? Check the live forecast on Strike Mission to see today's conditions and the 10-day outlook. Our Strike Score algorithm rates this spot from 0 to 100 every day, factoring in swell direction, size, period, wind, and tide — so you know exactly when to paddle out.

Don't leave your next surf trip to chance. Let the data tell you when Yacht Club is firing.

*Conditions data sourced from Strike Mission's verified spot database.*